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The Blyth Standard, 1903-03-26, Page 1VOL. XVI. BLYTH, ONTARIO, THURSDAY, MARCH 26, 1903. No. 33. WEST WAWANOSM. NoTas,—Mr, Daniel Leidy has solda lne three-year-old colt to Mr. John Pierce for $160.... Messrs. Foagan Bros, sold their fat cattle to Messrs. Watson & Elulgb, of Blyth. They were de- livered at Blytle station on Monday.— . Mr. Charles Moss ie looking for grass cattle for which he is willing to pay the highest price.... Mr. E. McKenzie purchased a fine driver Froin a gentle - luau in Ashfield Mr. W. J, Graham, of Shepperdton, was in this section last week looking for grass cattle. He we.s paying 4} dents a pound for good ones. ....Since the defeat of the electric rail- road bylaw in Colborne last w ek, George K. thinks he will have to post- pone hie ride on the electriccere.. , .The plow has been going tome in this town- ship during the past week, and those who have been following it report the work alright Mr, Robert Medd bought &bunch of gratis steers the other day and Intends buying some more, as he will have lots of grass to put them on this season Mr. John Moulden was in this section last week renewing old acquaintances. CONSTANCE. ITIDWs.—Mr. Robert Armstrong was in Sarnia and Detroit on business lest week,,,.Mr, R. McKay, of Idaho, is visiting hie easter, Mrs. A. Coates, and friends in Brussels. He has sold out his livery business in that state and ie enjoying a well earned holiday....Mrs. W. McIntosh has returned home after vieltinga week with her daughter, Mrs, J. Mills. , . , Miss Mary Reid, of Harlock, le spending a few days with her aunt, Mrs. J. Campbell Mies Maggie eI)onald is spending a few weeks with Mre, J. Mille, of Harlock..,. Mr, J, G. Campbell has rented Mr. David Miltson's house and will occupy it at onee..,..Mr. Duncan Tudor was called home last week owing to the illness of his mother.... Some of the farmers aro busy making maple syrup in this neighborhood... .Quite an enjoyable birthday party was held at the home of Mr, John Britton recently, it being the birthday of the worthy host himself, also that of our teacher, Mr. David Weir, and also Miss Katie McRorrie, all of whom were,presen(w and report a .good t.itne,.,,Mrs, Robert Armstrong was in Gorrie last week attending the funeral of her uncle, Mr, McLaughlin, .Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Clark entertain- ed a number of their friends the other evening... .Mr. James Pariah was visiting hie son north of Brawls, last weak... .Mre. son, and Willie, who have been visiting relatives in this locality for the last three months, have left for their home in the west....A large number of young people spent an enjoyable evening at Mr. C. McGregor'e one night recently. DUNGANNON. Purrs,—At the union meeting of the congregations of Port Albert Presby- terian church and Erskine Presbyterian church, Dungannon, which was held in Erskine church on March 17th, a unani- mous call was given to Rev. C. M. Rutherford to become permanent pas- tor. He has been officiating for about a year and by zealous work and kindly disposition has considerably increased the membership of these churches,... Information has reached the village announcing the marriage of Mr. David Williamson and Miss Margaret McKay, only surviving daughter of the late James McKay, M.D. The interesting event took place at Bottineau, North Dakota, on March 4th, The Lappy bride is a native of Dungannon, and the beet wished) of many relatives and friends in this neighborhood are ex- tended to her and her husband for a long and happy union.... Mise Isabella Moore hes left for her home in Huron township, after having a pleaeant visit of about two weeks with ber sister, Mrs. James Rose.... As we preeumed, the rumor of the decease of Rev. R. Fairbairn, now of Sowerby, and for- merly of Dungannon, was incorrect. Your correspondent was pleased to re• oeive a letter from the reverend gentle- man, dated March lith, stating that he and his family were enjoying good health and that he is highly pleased with hie new location.... Quite a num- ber are making exchanges of property in this vicinity The principal of Dungannon public school has decided to give his entrance class an examina- tion on Fridays on the work taken der - big the weak. It a pupil attends regu• tarty and works at school and at home faithfully, he can head the list or at least come close to the top; all have the same chance._ NU ELL TT. ,Bnias a.—Mie. Liezie Cousins is home sick at present ....The farm known as the Tasker_piace, situated on the 19th pen., neararlt.ck has gone back to its original owner. )lir. L. L. Tasker, sr., sold it to his son of the same name some years ago, and moved to Harpur,- hey, where he has lived retired. Since the death or his son, however, the place hasbeen offered for sale, and was Nought in last week by Mr. 'Paekor, sr., at a good figure. he does not purpose tir- ing on it, and we understand offers it for rent ....The home of Mr. and 'Jars. E. Harrieou has been darkened the past week through death having entered their home and took away from loving parents their infant daughter, Fanny 'Beatrice, aged five months. Afietion has been heavy on the parents, for their three ctildren have all been dawn sick together the past week with colds and pneumonia, which was the cause of the little one's death. A little boy, three years old, also lies et death's door, and their (Meet child, only five, though &hle to be on her feet, has a bad cold. The funeral was held lest Friday afternoon to Clinton cemetery. The sympathy of the community goes out to Mr. and Mrs. Harrison, while the hand of afflic- tion is so sorely trying their faith in an all -wise Providence, who sees all things for the heat. W EIMI NG BEt.i e,—A quiet but pretty wedding was solemnized by Rev. C. R. Gunne at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Herman, on Weduesday noon of last week, when their daughter, Lillian Edith, became the life partner of Mr, Remy Bateman, of Brussels. A num- ber of relatives of the contracting part- ies were prevent, and tho bride received many useful and beautiful gifts. The bride was daintily gowned in white, After partaking of a wedding dinner, they were driven to the station in an open carriage drawn by a spanking team of grays, the happy couple left for the east amidst the best wishes of their friende....On Wednesday of !net week tho home of Mr. Walter Cunningham was the scene of another of three happy events which mark a change in the lives of two young people, for better or for worse, ft was the marring of his daughter, Isabelle, to Mr. Joaeph Rands, a prosperous young farmer of this town- ship. The ceremony wee performed by Rev. J. A, Hamilton, in the presence of the immediate relatives of the parties interested. Mr. James H. Pipe dis- charged the duties of groomsman, and Miss Mary Rands those of bridesmaid. The newly wedded pair expect to make their home at or near Constance. They have the many good wishes of their friends as they set out on the journey of life together, AUBURN. CONCERT.—The concert given in the Temperance hall on Tuesday evening of last week under the auspices of the Auburn Rifle association was not as well attended as the merits of the pro- gram deserved, Mr. Will McLeod, of Seatertb, who was the chief entertainer, is an artist in all branches of bis work. His songs are new and called forth much laughter and applause from the audienoe. He has a good voice and his actions puts much expression into all his work,while his dancing of the " Sailor's ornpipe" was good. Mestere. Tyndall Bros., of Carlow, rendered some fine selections which were very touch appreciated. Mr. John J. Rob- ertson, of Auburn, also gave two very aeceptsble readings in good style. Mr, James Young made a happy chairman, and the members of the Auburn Rifle association are to be congratulated on furnishing such a good evening's enter- tainment. Should Mr. McLeod ever again visit our village he is sore to be greeted with a good audience, WINOHAM. LAcoNics.—Mrs. Snell, of Eeoex, is visiting her mother, Mrs, Hobbs.... Mr, J. J. Elliott is on the sick list at present.... Miss Flo Fleuty has gone to Brussels, where she has accepted a position as milliner.... Mi es Lily Lang left lest week for McLeod, Alberta, where she will make her home with her uncle, Rev. James Bruce... , A few days ago, Mr. E. H. Kaiser met with an accident in one of the factorise that nearly destroyed his right hand. He was working on the shaper, and by some means his hand came in contect with the knife. The sad result was that the thumb was split and pieces taken off the fingers. Besides being very tainful, the accident is all the more serious because the hand can never be the tame as before Mr, W. D. Prin• gle, formerly of Wingham, has removed from Georgetown to Sarnia, where he kgs charge of a large tannery Messrs, Mortimer Smith and W. J. Ramsay, two residents of this vicinity, have decided to remove to Zion, the oity founded by Dr. Alex. bowie on the shore of Lake Michigan, between Chi- cago and Milwaukee. We are informed that they will leave in a few days and their families will follow later, when ,they have secured homes for them The death of Mr, T. H. Manuel occur- red at hie residence here on March 12th, shortly after his arrival home from the Northwest. He leaves a widow and family to mourn hie demise, ..Mr, and Mrs. C. Dallas were viei• tors with Loudon frieuds last week, Mr. Robert Jobb, of Brandon, Mani- toba, is visiting with relatives and friends in Wingham and Turnberry Mr. Wm. Robertson was In Toronto last week on business in connection with the annual Model farm excursion. Mr. Thomas Bell is preparing to build two dwelling houses on Leopold street, and Mr. H. 0. Bell will build three houses at the corner of Frauces and Patrick streets.... Mrs. Samuel McBurney is seriously ill et present and we understand that her recovery is doubtful. Mr. McBurney is also con- fined to the house. START YOUR CHILDREN now to save by opening a SAVINGS BANK ACCOUNT with the BANK OF HAMILTON BLYTH. $t and Upwards received on deposit, and interest allowed at the rate of 3 per cent per annum, compounded half -yearly. Special rate on large time deposits. T. W. SCOTT, AGENT. LONDESBORO. WAIFS,—Some of the Londeeboro young men hove been offered as high as {29 per month for eight months farm- ing this season, and $240 for a year.... Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Tipling, year of Goderich, were visitors at the home of Mr, R. B. Jeffrey for a few days last week. They have since left for the Northwest ....'Phe managers of Knox church ere raking for tenders for the enlargement of the church shed..., Messrs. W. T. Brunedou and T. )filler are doing quite a trade in horses—buy- ing and selling.... Mr. Frank Longman has moved to the village, midis occupy ing his aunt's house. N'e welcome him to our midst,..,Although cattle are down in price, Mr, S. Smith shipped a carload from here last week ,,—There are about three cerloade of Square tim- ber at the Medea Mies Dora Riley gave a birthday party to her little friends on Wednesday afternoon of last week, and to her older friends at night. ..,Mrs. 5, 11icVittie, of Clinton, moved out to her farm, east of the village, on Wednesday lest. , . , A number of the members of Londesboro lodge, Sons of England, attended the funeral at Clin- kopn of their late brother, Mr, Peleg Thompson, who died suddenly 1n Ae- ainiboia,..,A meeting of the Londes- bore Weigh Scale Co. was held In the office of Messrs. John Brunsdon rf; Son on Moodayevening....Mr. 1 G. Webb shipped a oar of flour last week, PHOTO CLEARING ..AT., MCI ART Mint Bb7SBI WES FT IELD. BR►tgzas,—Mrs. James Vint is ser- iously indisposed at present, and her many friends hope to see her well again. We are also pleased to say that Mr. A. B, Carr, who had such a serioue misfortune sometime ago, is slowly re. covering Master Thomas Turney has ecgaged with Mr. Sheppard Nichol son, of Auburn, and Master Charles Rodger with Mr. J. T. Pickett, of Sun- ehine. The boys are being picked up this season Mr. Harvey McDowell, of Weettield, and Miss Maud Cattipbell, of Marnoch, were quietly married at Goderich laet Wednesday. We wish this young ccuple every hnppinese.... Mr. Charles Wightman herd a very successful auction sale fast week. He has rented his farm to his brother, Robert, who lives on an adjoining farm. Mr, and Mrs, Sowlar will occupy his house ...Mr. and Mies Walsh, accom- panied by Mise Graeby, of the boun- dary, anent Sunday at Mr. J. 11. Mc- Clinton's..,.Mr, John Redmond took a trip to Michigan to visit Itis brother and easter who reside thole.— Mr, Wm, McLarty has returned home from Santt Ste. Marie.... \tr, and Mrs, Martin Waugh, of Wingham, are employed with Mr. 'P, H. Taylor.... Dont forget the school entertainment on Friday evening of this week. A. good time and large crowd is expected, as the reeds are now in a good state.... A. umber are trying to make mapls syrup, but all report a poor run of sap....A good meeting of the Epworth League was held on Sunday evening, subject: Whet Christ Teaches About Judging Others," introduced by Mrs. W. F. Camptiell. Stock -taking is now over and we are prepared to take Photos up-to-date ata every style at reduced rates for the Next 30 Days Photos from 7(,o a dozen up, and we can suit enyone in prices. Enlargements at greatly reduced prices in watercolors, xepi and crayon tones. We also carry a full line of Photo Buttons. All work guaranteed. H. R. BREWER PROPRIETOR. C. JEROME MANAGER. WALTON. Jo'rrtvu5.—Mr. W. '1'. Pollard and other members of the family have 'oft fur the prairierovince, making Yellow Grass their destination, where Mr. Pollard's father bas been residing for the past year.... his Anuie Campbell and Miss Carrie Berrie went on Mon- day of last week to Brussels to work at dressmaking. These young ladies will be missed in social circles. But we trust that after a time they will return to the parental homes, to he welcome by their many friends The progress of the nuttrimoiiat fever is not yet stated iu our n:idet; as we have had several cases in this vicinity during the past few weeks.... Mr. George E. Ferguson represented Walton lodge, Ancient Order of UnitedWorkmen, at site rneetiug of the grand a lodge in Toronto ladt week... Mr, Robert \1cOevin has gone to Morden, Mani- toba, ro reside, and Mr. Win. Knox bas left for bleniten, Manitoba \l se Minnie 1fcI)0nnld spent a few days at the remelted home Inst week 41r. and Mrs. David Campbell treated their friends to nn oyster supper one evening; recently at which an enjoyable time wee epetit....OII Thiretay evening 12th inst., a r eil, serious a 1 painful accident happ to THE CREAT CASH STORE WE WILL HOLD OUR USUAL rd lilinery Openings Friday and Saturday, Marchani 28 'When the ladies of Blyth and surrounding country will find it to their interest to call and see the beautiful Millinery that is turned out by this firm. Here you will find Hats and Bonnets equal in style and beauty to anything shown in the larger centres. MISS MORRISON who has become so well known to the public a !frit -class milliner, is still in charge of the department and you can depend on getting the very best satisfaction. 1 1 1 D. M. McBEATH PRETORIA BLOCK . . 41111111111.111111111.11111 1 Donald while engaged in sawing in the saw mill in this place. 'Faking 0 nar- row atrip of board to clear away the bark and slivers which had collected by the side of the saw, the teeth of the rut» dly revolving saw came in contact with the board, causing it to break, part of which struck 61r. Mcllousld on the neck with suet' force that he wile lifted off hie feet and fell on his head on the floor, Tho blow wee ea severe that he was rendered unconscious and one, of the arteries of the neck was Severed and en another cut on the cheek. lire, Irving aid McNaughton were hnerily summoned to dress the wounds and had some difficulty in stopping the now of blood from the neck, but were t last succeesful and the petient is vow doing well and his many friends hops soon to see him able to resume work. WEDDING BELLS.—One of 111000 happy events which causes the hearts of the young to flutter with excitement and expectancy, and reminds the more matured of the time when they passed through the anile experience, occurred on Tuneday afternoon of last week at five o'clock when Rtev. I, 2L. Webb united in matrimony Mr. J. W. Morrison and Miss Annie E. Hoy at the residence cf the bride's parents in Walton. 'the groom wee assisted by Mr, R. Hoy, brother of the bride, while Miss Maude Ferguson acted es brides- maid. The bride was handsomely dressed in white and carried a bouquet of white carnations, and the bridesmaid was attired in blue and had bine carnations. Miss Dora J. Kenny play ed the wedding march. 'Phe ereotu'i present to the bride consisted of a gold watch and chain, and to the bridesmaid a ring Pet with opals, rabies and pearls. 'rhe bride was also the recipient of puny useful and costly presantr., con- sisting of furniture, pictures, ebiue, silverware, etc., showing tht, high esteem in which the bride stud groom are held by their ntauy friends, with whom we join in wishing them all happiness and pat parity. —Mr. W. R. Thompson, of Teeswater, is in poor health. He has taken a two mouths' comae or medical treatment, but was not much benetitted thereby. —\1r. and Mrs, John McKinley, of Egntoodville, celebrated the 50th anni- versary of their marriage on Saturday, .March 14th. The members of the tem - were all present, aid the children gave their riot;.er a diamond brooch end their father a gold -headed eine. The fen-.ily rent al was much enjoyed by all present, Mr. and Mrs. 'lruKiu- ley are still hale and vigorous, couslder• ing their advanced years.